We ask for no politics (as well as a few other subjects), as first and foremost this is a car forum. While there is an off topic forum to allow for other chat, it doesn't take long for some subjects to get heated or passionate. None of the staff are here to moderate such a debate, nor do we want to and unfortunately it can become the case somebody takes offence or one party wants the last word and won't let a subject drop etc.

So please respect that when posting future topics. If you want to comment on current affairs, there is probably a better platform for it.

We ask for no politics (as well as a few other subjects), as first and foremost this is a car forum. While there is an off topic forum to allow for other chat, it doesn't take long for some subjects to get heated or passionate. None of the staff are here to moderate such a debate, nor do we want to and unfortunately it can become the case somebody takes offence or one party wants the last word and won't let a subject drop etc.

So please respect that when posting future topics. If you want to comment on current affairs, there is probably a better platform for it.

The worrying bit is that the precedent is now set and it opens the doors for it to happen in other countries.

Click to expand...

Crossed my mind too.

The thread is still open which is good. I think we are getting to narrow a field of subjects which could or may turn political (or be shoved that way by some members) If we talk about fuel prices - well its the tax which costs the most and different governments will levy that, always.

If its just going to be Mercedes cars and Mercedes only Id best get a Haynes manual!! Its the social aspect of the forum which is so good.